Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs New Zealand 22 Year Old 1992 (cask 91)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
New Zealand 22 Year Old 1992 (cask 91)
The New Zealand Whisky Company
£108
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | New Zealand 22 Year Old 1992 (cask 91) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | The New Zealand Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | New Zealand |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 55% |
| Age | 11 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £107.78 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
New Zealand 22 Year Old 1992 (cask 91)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
New Zealand 22 Year Old 1992 (cask 91)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £108.
For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £107.78)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
New Zealand 22 Year Old 1992 (cask 91)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£107.78 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Islay?
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy New?
New Zealand 22 Year Old 1992 (cask 91) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only New Zealand 22 Year Old 1992 (cask 91)